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Lunar New Year Opening Day
February 17 @ 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Kick off Lunar New Year at Lan Su with a packed day of fun cultural traditions for the whole family! We’re starting the Year of the Horse in style, with mini horses, a lion dance, calligraphy and more to help you welcome a fresh year and prosperous energy.
Come celebrate Lunar New Year at Lan Su and help support a full year of cultural exploration for the whole community!
Opening Day Activities
Caishen Gifting Hongbao
9:00 – 9:45 AM
In Chinese tradition, the arrival of Caishen (財神) marks one of the most joyful moments of Lunar New Year — a time to invite abundance, good fortune, and prosperity into the year ahead. The first 500 visitors to Lan Su on opening day will receive free red envelopes directly from the God of Wealth — a symbolic wish for protection, happiness, and a bright start to the Year of the Horse.
Lion Dance Performance
9:45 AM
Enjoy an energetic lion dance performance by Portland Lee’s Association to welcome good fortune into your year! Use the link above to see more scheduled lion dances throughout the celebration.
Zodiac Animal Ceremony + Mini Horse Meet & Greet
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Get to know the zodiac symbols of the year in friendly, miniature form. Be sure to join us early at 11 AM for a special zodiac animals ceremony with one of last year’s incredible live snakes from Creature Teachers. We’ll say goodbye to the Year of the Snake and hello Year of the Horse!
Chinese Calligraphy
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Calligraphy is a revered art form that has existed for thousands of years and is considered a high art in Chinese culture. To welcome Year of the Horse, drop in anytime during the scheduled demonstrations to learn more about this art and watch calligraphers share techniques of this ancient art.
Family Craft Activities
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Dive into the Suzhou Experience Kit, just arrived from our sister city! Explore the iconic culture of the very place that inspired Lan Su Chinese Garden’s design, while creating a stamped card or print to take home with you.
Admission Rates | Parking & Directions
Lunar New Year Admission Rates
- Lan Su Members & Guests: FREE
- Adult: $17.95
- Senior (62+) or Student (18+ with ID): $15.95
- Youth (6-18 yr): $13.95
- Child (5 yr & under): FREE
Note: A $0.95 service fee is reflected in each paid admission.
Discounted Admission Offers
EBT/WIC Cardholders
Discounted admission of $5.00 per person is available for up to four individuals per EBT card. To claim this offer, please present your EBT/WIC card and a valid form of photo ID at the Ticket Booth.
Veterans & Military
We offer $2 off admission for active-duty military, veterans, and their immediate family members with valid ID. The discount must be redeemed in person at the Ticket Booth.
Parking & Directions
Free Lan Su Parking
There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.
